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Author Talk: Fire Sword & Sea by Vanessa Riley
2026-02-05 16:00:00 2026-02-05 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Author Talk: Fire Sword & Sea by Vanessa Riley Join us as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye. Virtual Library -

Thursday, February 05
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-05 16:00:00 2026-02-05 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Author Talk: Fire Sword & Sea by Vanessa Riley Join us as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye. Virtual Library -

Join us as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.

Vanessa Riley is an award-winning author and proud recipient of the 2024 Georgia Mystery/Detective Fiction Author of the Year. She writes Sagas and Book Club Fiction that brings to life the hidden narratives of Black women and women of color in novels like Island Queen and Queen of Exiles.

To register: https://libraryc.org/napalibrary/106972 

If you cannot attend the event live, you can view this and other past online author talks here: https://libraryc.org/napalibrary/archive 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Author Talks |

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Talleres de tecnología
Tue, Feb 03, 9:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda los términos básicos de computación, y acceder a programas y mecanismos de la computadora.
Registration is now closed
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Tue, Feb 03, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Toddler Storytime - Ages 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Feb 03, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Tue, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Computer Skills Class - Learn Computer Basics
Tue, Feb 03, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Gain basic knowledge of computer terms and access related software and hardware.
Registration is now closed
American Mah-Jongg: Open Play
Tue, Feb 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American mah-jongg!
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Feb 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Black History Month: Family Movie
Tue, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon screening of Mufasa: The Lion King, the latest in the Lion King series, this follows the journey of Mufasa before he becomes king.
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Tue, Feb 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practique su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amable e informal. Se ofrecerán botanas.
Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Wed, Feb 04, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Wee Wednesdays - Ages 6 - 18 months
Wed, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Feb 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Beginning Level
Wed, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Empower Your Financial Future (Four-Part Series)
Wed, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Join us for an enlightening and empowering four-part series designed to help you take control of your financial future.
This event is full
Renter's Insurance - with Napa Valley COAD
Wed, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Calistoga Library
Prepare for the unexpected!
American Canyon Book Club
Wed, Feb 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Expand your horizons by reading a new book with the American Canyon Book Club. Our book club is welcoming place for all readers, and engages in an in-depth discussion of our chosen title each month.
Black History Month Artist Spotlight: Jermaine Burse
Thu, Feb 05, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us as we kick off our Black History Month festivities with local artist Jermaine Burse.
Book Buzz Book Club
Thu, Feb 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Join us the first Thursday of the month for a no-obligation book club. Discuss what you have read this month at our casual conversation Book Buzz!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Thu, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Tech Help
Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and ebooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes, and registration is required. Please call 707-944-1888 to register.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Feb 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Author Talk: Fire Sword & Sea by Vanessa Riley
Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.
Register
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - clases para padres/madres
Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Favorite Greens to Grow in Spring - with the UC Master Gardeners
Thu, Feb 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Library
Growing Spring greens is a fun, easy and budget-friendly way to welcome in the season.
Register
ESL Morning Class - Clase de inglés como segundo lenguaje
Fri, Feb 06, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skill areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Yarn Club
Fri, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Grab your yarn, hooks, and needles, and join us for Yarn Club! Meet other yarn lovers, work on your current projects, and get support from club members.
Coloring Hour
Fri, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Socialize and let your creativity flow at Coloring Hour. Coloring sheets, alcohol markers, and colored pencils are provided.
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Sat, Feb 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us each month to play the world's most beloved table top role playing game!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli
Sat, Feb 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. Henli is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
STEM Explorers: Investigate Coding With Micro:bits, Part 2
Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Welcome to the STEM Explorers Program! In this program, students aged 8-18 are invited to explore various areas of STEM through hands-on activities that challenge and excite them.
Isadora Duncan: Life Into Art
Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of dance and history.
Valentine's Day Kids Craft
Sat, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Make a bouquet handprint sign for Valentine's Day to give to someone you care about! All supplies are provided. 
Cancelled
Computer Skills Class/ Habilidades en computación
Mon, Feb 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
American Canyon Library
Learn to use a laptop, the internet, basic computer security, email, and more.
Grief Before Loss - Coping with the Effects of Cognitive Decline
Mon, Feb 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Join us to learn more about the physical and emotional progression of dementia and how to process anticipatory grief.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Feb 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Valentine's Day Card-Making
Mon, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Drop in and make a Valentine's Day card for someone you care about. Follow our inspiration card or put your own twist on a card. All supplies are provided.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Feb 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to Bubbles, a certified listening dog. Bubbles is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Intermediate Level
Mon, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
Calistoga Seed Pantry - Despensa de semillas de Calistoga
Tue, Feb 10, All day
Calistoga Library
We offer a variety of seeds that you can take home and plant for free. Ofrecemos una variedad de semillas que puedes llevarte a casa y sembrar gratis.
Talleres de tecnología
Tue, Feb 10, 9:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda los términos básicos de computación, y acceder a programas y mecanismos de la computadora.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Tue, Feb 10, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Cancelled
Book Club
Tue, Feb 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
Join us in reading a new book each month and discussing it together. New members are always welcome!
Toddler Storytime - Ages 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Computer Skills Class - Learn Computer Basics
Tue, Feb 10, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Gain basic knowledge of computer terms and access related software and hardware.
Chinese in Napa Valley - The Forgotten Community That Built Wine Country
Tue, Feb 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of a new documentary based on the book by John McCormick which reveals the pivotal yet long-overlooked contributions of Chinese immigrants to Napa County.
American Mah-Jongg: Open Play
Tue, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American mah-jongg!
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Feb 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Wed, Feb 11, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Wee Wednesdays - Ages 6 - 18 months
Wed, Feb 11, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Youth Chess Club
Wed, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
This monthly chess club for players up to age 17 is a fun and casual way to learn the game of chess, sharpen skills, and compete against other players.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Feb 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Valentine's Day Card-Making
Wed, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Calistoga Library
Drop in and make a Valentine's Day card for someone you care about. Follow our inspiration card or put your own twist on a card. All supplies are provided. 
Movie Night: Sinners
Wed, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with a special screening of the critically acclaimed film, Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Beginning Level
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
What’s the Deal with Heat Pumps?
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us to learn about ultra-efficient, all-electric heat pump water heaters and heat pump home heating and cooling systems and how they can benefit you and your home.
Until Help Arrives - With Napa Valley COAD
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Calistoga Library
What do you do when injuries happen? This workshop will teach you how to achieve three things: Stop the bleeding, call for help, and provide comfort to the injured.
Rainbow Book Club
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bookmine - 1625 2nd Street, Napa
The Rainbow Book Club is cohosted by Mindy from Napa County Library and Napa Bookmine staff members. The book club focuses on books that explore and embrace queer identity.
Register
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Thu, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Tech Help
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and ebooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes, and registration is required. Please call 707-944-1888 to register.
Author Talk: The Conjuring of America by Lindsey Stewart
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us online to celebrate the legacy of America’s founding Black women with philospher and author Dr. Lindsey Stewart.
Register
Book Club
Thu, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Let’s talk books! Join us every second Thursday at 1 p.m. to discuss the book of the month.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - clases para padres/madres
Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Author Talk: Luna Court by Dandy Noel
Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join local author and filmmaker Dandy Noel as she shares the real-life inspiration behind her novel.
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
ESL Morning Class - Clase de inglés como segundo lenguaje
Fri, Feb 13, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skill areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Artful Insights: The Social Practice of Art - Avril Angevine’s Art Lecture
Fri, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an exploration of artist activists.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Cafe y Chisme
Fri, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Ven a tomar un café o un té y conoce a otros padres mientras sus hijos juegan en la biblioteca. Habra manualidades para los niños disponibles.
DIY Pocket Hugs
Fri, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Make a hug, give a hug, get a hug! Come make your own and spread the love with a pocket hug. These cute felt heart "hugs" will brighten everyone's day.
MusicTime in the Library with Festival Napa Valley
Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy fun, interactive concerts for kids (ages 2-8) and their adults.
Saturday Crafternoons: Love Bugs
Sat, Feb 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us this month at Saturday Crafternoons where we will be making adorable "love bugs" inspired by Valentine's Day.
Talleres de tecnología
Tue, Feb 17, 9:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda los términos básicos de computación, y acceder a programas y mecanismos de la computadora.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Tue, Feb 17, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Toddler Storytime - Ages 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Feb 17, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Computer Skills Class - Learn Computer Basics
Tue, Feb 17, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Gain basic knowledge of computer terms and access related software and hardware.
American Mah-Jongg: Open Play
Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American mah-jongg!
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Feb 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
American Canyon Mardi Gras Celebration
Tue, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for our annual Mardi Gras party at the American Canyon library!
Remarkable Journeys: America - Going down Memory Lab Lane
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a Remarkable Journeys presentation by John Smithies.
Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Wed, Feb 18, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Wee Wednesdays - Ages 6 - 18 months
Wed, Feb 18, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Digging Deeper: A Nonfiction Book Club - A Book Club to Expand the Mind and Enrich the Soul
Wed, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Book Club
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Police Pals
Wed, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Meet a Napa police officer and learn ways to be safe and make our community a better place. Recommended for ages 6 - 11.
Movie Night: Sinners
Wed, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with a special screening of the critically acclaimed film, Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Beginning Level
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Meeting
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
The monthly meeting of the Friends of the American Canyon library to discuss organizational business. Meetings are open to the public.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Tech Help
Thu, Feb 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and ebooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes, and registration is required. Please call 707-944-1888 to register.
Bereavement Group
Thu, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Could you use support after the passing of a loved one?
Matinee Movie Classics Celebrates Black History Month - with Cabin in the Sky
Thu, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Step into a timeless musical fable filled with dazzling performances, heartfelt emotion, and heavenly swing.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Writers' Group
Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Calistoga Library
Are you interested in writing and want to share your work with others and get some feedback? Join us for a friendly writers' group! All types of writing welcome!
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - clases para padres/madres
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
ESL Morning Class - Clase de inglés como segundo lenguaje
Fri, Feb 20, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skill areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Feb 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Yarn Club
Fri, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Grab your yarn, hooks, and needles, and join us for Yarn Club! Meet other yarn lovers, work on your current projects, and get support from club members.
Peeps Dioramas
Sat, Feb 21, All day
Napa Library
Where our Peeps at?! It’s time for the annual all-ages Peeps Diorama Contest at the Napa Library!
MusicTime in the Library with Festival Napa Valley
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy playful, interactive concerts for children (ages 2-8) and their families.
Virtual Zentangle Class
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Relax, have fun, and learn a new art form all from the comfort of your home!
This event is full
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. Henli is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Tax Help Day
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Get free tax help from the pros!
Read with a Ranger - All About Park Rangers
Sat, Feb 21, 10:25am - 11:00am
Napa Library - Children's Room
Enjoy stories and discover new things about nature with a local park ranger.
Lunar New Year Party
Sat, Feb 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us at the American Canyon Library for a Lunar New Year celebration! Celebrate the Year of the Horse with vibrant crafts, snacks, decorations, music, and community spirit. All ages are welcome!
Lunar New Year Celebration
Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with us!
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Sat, Feb 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practique su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amable e informal. Se ofrecerán botanas.
Green Screen: Rethinking Consumption
Sun, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
In partnership with Napa Climate Now, we're screening documentaries and sharing climate-healthy ways to live in our world.
Computer Skills Class/ Habilidades en computación
Mon, Feb 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Learn to use a laptop, the internet, basic computer security, email, and more.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Feb 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Black History Month: Tea Time
Mon, Feb 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Sip and savor urban fusion teas from Leo Hickman, enthusiast and business owner of Classy Hippie Tea where agriculture tech and culture collide to produce quality teas.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Feb 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to Bubbles, a certified listening dog. Bubbles is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Lawyers in the Library
Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
The Lawyers in the Library program offers free appointments with local attorneys volunteering to answer legal questions.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Intermediate Level
Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
Talleres de tecnología
Tue, Feb 24, 9:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda los términos básicos de computación, y acceder a programas y mecanismos de la computadora.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Tue, Feb 24, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Toddler Storytime - Ages 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Black History Month Smithsonian Poster Exhibit - The Poor People's Campaign
Tue, Feb 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
This walk-through open exhibit highlights the 1968 City of Hope and The Poor People’s Campaign.
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Author Talk: The History Behind the World's Largest Museum
Tue, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us online to learn about the trials, errors, and incredible legacy of the Smithsonian’s foundation.
Register
Computer Skills Class - Learn Computer Basics
Tue, Feb 24, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Gain basic knowledge of computer terms and access related software and hardware.
Writers' Roundtable
Tue, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Yountville Library
You are invited to share your work using different writing styles and receive supportive feedback from everyone attending the roundtable.
American Mah-Jongg: Open Play
Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American mah-jongg!
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Feb 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Wed, Feb 25, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Wee Wednesdays - Ages 6 - 18 months
Wed, Feb 25, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Magic the Gathering Card Swap
Wed, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Calistoga Library
Interested in swapping cards or learning more about Magic the Gathering? If you don't have cards to swap, we'll have some cards for you.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Feb 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Beginning Level
Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Cancelled
Author Talk: Napa Lowdown: Battle at the Border - by Paul Moser
Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library
Join retired winemaker and local author Paul Moser as he discusses his new book, Napa Lowdown: Battle at the Border (italics), a spoof of Napa Valley, couched in a tongue-in-cheek detective noir.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Friends of the American Canyon Library Book Sale
Thu, Feb 26, 11:00am - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
The Friends of the American Canyon library are hosting a 3-day book sale at the American Canyon library. Come check out the best deals in town on used books, DVDs, puzzles, and more!
Tech Help
Thu, Feb 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and ebooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes, and registration is required. Please call 707-944-1888 to register.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Feb 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - clases para padres/madres
Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Open Mic Night
Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Share your poetry, prose, or a favorite piece of writing with the friendly Napa reading and writing community.
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
ESL Morning Class - Clase de inglés como segundo lenguaje
Fri, Feb 27, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skill areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Book Sale
Fri, Feb 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
The Friends of the American Canyon library are hosting a 3-day book sale at the American Canyon library. Come check out the best deals in town on used books, DVDs, puzzles, and more!
Free Tax Help United Way VITA
Fri, Feb 27, 10:00am - 2:30pm
American Canyon Library
Come get your taxes done for free with the assistance of United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistants (VITA).
Shhh... Silent Cinema at the Library
Fri, Feb 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Yountville Library
We invite you to experience the magic of early cinema in a serene setting.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Feb 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Black Wine Fest
Fri, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for an after-hours soiree to wrap up Black History Month featuring Black-owned wineries and Black winemakers.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Book Sale
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
The Friends of the American Canyon library are hosting a 3-day book sale at the American Canyon library. Come check out the best deals in town on used books, DVDs, puzzles, and more!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. Henli is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Discovery Lab: Code & Go Robot Mouse
Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
This is a fun, interactive and screen-free opportunity for children to learn how to code by programming a robotic mouse.
Computer Skills Class/ Habilidades en computación
Mon, Mar 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Learn to use a laptop, the internet, basic computer security, email, and more.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Mar 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Medicare Fundamentals
Mon, Mar 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This comprehensive educational seminar will provide you with a detailed understanding of Part A, Part B, Part D, Advantage Plans, penalties, timelines, and more.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Mar 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to Bubbles, a certified listening dog. Bubbles is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Club de lectura: Lecciones de química de Bonnie Garmus
Mon, Mar 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
¡Bienvenides al club de lectura en español de la Biblioteca de Napa! Cada mes tendremos una sesión en persona para conversar sobre títulos de ficción.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Intermediate Level
Mon, Mar 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
Talleres de tecnología
Tue, Mar 03, 9:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda los términos básicos de computación, y acceder a programas y mecanismos de la computadora.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Tue, Mar 03, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Toddler Storytime - Ages 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Tue, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Medicare Fundamentals
Tue, Mar 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Yountville Library
This comprehensive educational seminar will provide you with a detailed understanding of Part A, Part B, Part D, Advantage Plans, penalties, timelines, and more.
Computer Skills Class - Learn Computer Basics
Tue, Mar 03, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Gain basic knowledge of computer terms and access related software and hardware.
American Mah-Jongg: Open Play
Tue, Mar 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American mah-jongg!
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Mar 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Tue, Mar 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practique su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amable e informal. Se ofrecerán botanas.
Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
AARP Tax-Aide™️ Tax Preparation
Wed, Mar 04, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready for tax season! Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will file and complete your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.
Register
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Wee Wednesdays - Ages 6 - 18 months
Wed, Mar 04, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Author Talk: Humor, Heart, and Reflective Rural Stories - with Michael Perry
Wed, Mar 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us in conversation with bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry.
Register
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Mar 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Spring ESL Evening Class: Beginning Level
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Revolutionary Astronomy with the Vera C. Rubin Observatory - A First Look
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join Professor of Astronomy and NASA Solar System Dr. Katie Berryhill for a thrilling look at the largest digital camera ever built.
American Canyon Book Club
Wed, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Expand your horizons by reading a new book with the American Canyon Book Club. Our book club is welcoming place for all readers, and engages in an in-depth discussion of our chosen title each month.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 years
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Book Buzz Book Club
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Join us the first Thursday of the month for a no-obligation book club. Come discuss what you have read this month at our casual conversation Book Buzz!
Tech Help
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and ebooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes, and registration is required. Please call 707-944-1888 to register.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our library grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Napa County Library Commission Meeting
Thu, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
This meeting will be held in-person and virtually via zoom.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - clases para padres/madres
Thu, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Family Storytime
Thu, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Healthy Soil = Healthy Plants - with the UC Master Gardeners
Thu, Mar 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Library
Do you have healthy soil? Are the plant problems you're encountering in your garden due to the health of its soil?
Register
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